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It Takes a Tribe: True Stories of 25 Tribal Heroes Who Changed India

by Ramendra Kumar

Ages 9–14Indian author

Twenty-five true stories of tribal freedom fighters, forest guardians, athletes and leaders, from Birsa Munda and Rani Gaidinliu to Mary Kom and Poorna Malavath.

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Author
Ramendra Kumar
Age
Ages 9–14
Type
Biography, Non-fiction
Language
English
Publisher
Hachette India
In India
Available

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Non-fictionBiographySportsIndian authorFreedom fightersIndigenous7–9 years9–12 years12–15 years

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